Sendai Yasaka Jinja
📍 Miyagi, Iwakiriwakamiyamae 7-7 · Miyagino Ward, Miyagino Ward
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
This is the Yasaka Jinja located in the heart of Sendai! Yasaka Jinja is known as part of the lineage of the famous Gion shrine in Kyoto. As the kami of plague prevention, it has long protected the health of the people. Situated in the central Miyagino Ward of Sendai, it continues to watch over the daily lives of the town's people. Especially during the summer festival season, it is an indispensable presence for the local community, enlivening the area with lively festivities. While located in an urban area, it maintains a truly sacred atmosphere.
Benefits
warding off misfortuneplague preventionlongevity and healthfreedom from illnesshousehold safetyprosperous business
